Engineers partially freed a wedged ship blocking the Suez Canal and tugboats are now working on straightening its course in a move that could soon reopen the vital trade route and end days of global supply disruptions.
The global investment banks said they could incur substantial losses from dealings with a U.S. client, days after a multibillion-dollar fire sale of stocks from a large investment fund.
U.S. stock futures edged lower after Archegos Capital unwound billions of dollars in holdings, triggering concerns that stocks in the portfolio and banks who dealt with the firm could face sharp losses.
President Biden will lay out his vision for an infrastructure-focused proposal, including green-energy programs, at an event in Pittsburgh this week.288
Most of the six slain women of Asian descent were striving to make ends meet. Family members described some as leading isolated lives of hard work.317
Nearly a yearlong bull run among industrial metals is faltering as the unwinding of a stimulus in China slows demand, underscoring the increasingly pivotal role its state-led economy plays in global commodity booms.11
To achieve the vaccination rates that health authorities are aiming for, the shots must eventually reach the arms of children and teenagers, but children aren’t going to be vaccinated for several months at least.407
Business & Finance
Prices to buy and rent U.S. farmland have been revived by rallying grain markets, historic government payments and low interest rates—and that has made it harder for smaller farmers to compete.122
Contrarians see a buying opportunity as investors drive yields higher on bets for rebounding economic growth and rising inflation.56
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The deal would add a portfolio of high-profile novels from authors such as George Orwell, Philip Roth and J.R.R. Tolkien to News Corp’s HarperCollins Publishers division.
Streetwise
Plug Power had negative revenue last year, caused by its share price going up drastically. Investors don’t seem to care much.28
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The special-purpose acquisition company focused on life sciences is nearing a deal that would value the protein-analysis company at around $1.25 billion.
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In her first interview since taking office, Katherine Tai talks about trade tactics and her role as an Asian-American in President Biden’s cabinet.213
More than 130 people were rescued after a powerful storm dumped over 7 inches of rain on the region, causing creeks and streams to overflow.
The Outlook
The proportion of older workers participating in the labor force is hovering at its worst level since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, potentially impairing economic growth.61
World
Saturday marked the bloodiest day since the military began its campaign to crush opposition to last month’s coup.
Coronavirus: Work & Life
Many workers have been asked by their employers to do more in the past year. After a certain point, that can backfire.24
The chief of Cambium Networks says he saw a need arise during the pandemic to offer inspiration and insight to the children of his employees—so he started hosting online video sessions to speak with them.
Life & Arts
24 discriminating finds for anyone ready to embrace nature after a winter stuck inside—from above-par picnic gear to superior sun hats. Plus: finally a chance to jetpack.29
Make your terrace, porch or patio more posh with a potted tree, in a vessel that shows it best.
Several spring collections referenced the flora and fauna that their creators were surrounded with during the pandemic.
The comedian and his wife, Jessica Seinfeld, have also listed a smaller parcel of land with a four-bedroom guest house for $2.775 million.
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